Because overheating can cause serious engine trouble, including a cracked block, it’s very important that your car’s cooling system is working like it should. Automotive cooling system components include radiators, thermostats, water pumps, cooling fans, and hoses. If any part of the cooling system is malfunctioning, then there’s a greater risk of the engine running too hot. At Rennen Imports, we provide expert European cooling system repair in the greater Tampa, FL area.

Warning Signs of Cooling System Trouble

It’s good to be familiar with signs of cooling system leaks, which are commonly to blame for overheating. One potential sign of a coolant leak is that your coolant warning light has turned on. Also, if you check your coolant and see that it has gotten really low, then you may have a leak. When coolant leaks internally, you may see a lot of white exhaust smoke. This could indicate a blown head gasket. With an external coolant leak, you’re likely to see brightly colored fluid on the ground where your vehicle has been parked. In European cars, coolant is a variety of different colors, with common ones being pink, red, and blue. When coolant is leaking, the consequent drop in fluid pressure can cause a decrease in the coolant’s boiling point. In turn, there’s a better chance that you’ll see steam rising up from underneath your hood. 

If your temperature gauge ascends into the red zone, then you’ve got a strong sign that something is wrong with your cooling system. When this happens, it’s a good idea to pull into a parking lot when you get a safe chance to do so. Then you can give the shop a call and explain what’s going on. At that point, the mechanic can advise you on whether it seems okay to drive any further, or if it’ll be better to get towed to the shop to avoid the risk of causing serious damage to your engine.

European Cooling System Repair in Tampa, FL

When you need European auto repair in Tampa and the surrounding area, contact Rennen Imports at (813) 879-2886. At our local auto shop, we can expertly handle your European car’s repair and maintenance needs. Feel free to give us a call today to make an appointment!